From surfing some rad waves to sailing the Whitsundays. You can't get much more Aussie than that, right? That is until you sleep in a swag under the stars and live like a jackaroo (or jillaroo) on a proper Aussie farm. #Straya. On this epic down under trip, you'll see stunning national park after stunning national park, and cram in more adventurous activities, unbelievable scenery and wildlife than you can shake a witchetty stick at.

Bucket List Inclusions

Overnight sailing in the Whitsunday Islands

Guided hike of Kings Canyon

Visit Whitehaven Beach

Experience sunset & sunrise at Uluru

Valley of the Winds walk at Kata Tjuta

Visit West MacDonnell Ranges

Full-day Fraser Island 4WD experience including Lake McKenzie

Surf lesson at Topdeck’s surf camp

More Inclusions

19 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners

17 nights in motels, hotels, lodges, and cabins, 1 night in a swag, 1 night sailing on a yacht

Entrance fees to national parks

Modern air-conditioned vehicles with free Wi-Fi

Internal flight/s as marked on trip map

Awesome Topdeck Crew

Reisroute

Beach n Bush

Day 1: Alice Springs to Uluru

Today Uluru beckons, but first Yulara (the gateway resort to Ayres Rock) for lunch. Then It's off to the breathtaking Uluru in the afternoon for a guided tour, and a glass of bubbles as the glow of sunset morphs through 50 shades of red. Tonight hone your Aussie BBQ skills and cook your own steak (or veggie burger). Welcome to the outback, mate.

Day 2: Uluru

Start your day with a big bowl of 'oh my god' thanks to a breathtaking sunrise back at Uluru. Follow in the footsteps of the traditional owners of this sacred World Heritage site with a full base walk, where you can escape the crowds and check out hidden waterholes. Keep watch for wedge-tailed eagles, spinifex hopping mice and thorny devils. Or splurge on a Harley ride or scenic flight and soar over the rock. Later, join an optional meditative dot painting class in the Aboriginal Art Markets and give yourself a free astrology lesson, stargazing at the endless Southern night sky.

Day 3: Uluru to Kings Canyon

Get ready for some soul searching as we venture into the heart of sacred Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and walk amongst the 36 red sandstone giants through the Valley of the Winds. After a Dreamtime archeology lesson, and a drive into Watarrka National Park, live the life of a jolly swagman as we sleep under the stars in custom swags. Cue campfire stories and marshmallows tonight.

Please be aware that in winter months (May-Sept), nighttime temperatures can drop to near 0 degrees, so warmer clothing will be required for the night sleeping in the swag.

Included today:-Valley of the Winds walk at Kata Tjuta-National Park entry

Please note that the twin / double / or single upgrade is not applicable to the Overnight Swag Night at Kings Canyon. This was not included in when upgrade rates were calculated.

Meals: -Breakfast-Dinner

Optional activities:-Quad bike ride

Day 4: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs

If you would walk 500 miles (steps), then you'll make it through the toughest part of the Rim Walk - Heart Attack Hill. The Kings Canyon Rim Walk is the real deal and the most famous canyon in Oz. Think age-old cycads, eroded dome shapes, a visit to The Lost City - and that's not even the best part. The sheltered valley and waterhole of the Garden of Eden makes today bloody bonza (translation: awesome).

Included today:-Guided hike of Kings Canyon-Garden of Eden walk

Meals: - Breakfast

Day 5: Alice Springs

Wake up. Rub eyes. Embark on an excursion out amongst the Western MacDonnell Ranges. Our stops include the peaceful Simpsons Gap and the impressive Standley Chasm. It's back to Alice Springs to grab a late lunch and explore the town centre. This afternoon, have a wander and check out our options. There are local Aboriginal art galleries to check out, the Desert Park Gardens to explore and the Reptile Centre to get creeped out in. Book in the optional late afternoon Kangaroo Sanctuary tour for sunset.

Included today:-Visit Standley Chasm-Visit Simpsons Gap

Meals:-Breakfast

Day 6: Alice Springs to Cairns

Today we'll fly from the Red Centre and dry climate of Alice Springs into the tropical surrounds of Cairns to meet your new crew. After dinner and getting to know some of your new trip buddies, the night is yours to explore.

Included today:-Internal flight-Airport transfers

Meals:-Breakfast

Day 7: Cairns

After breakfast, meet some more happy Topdeckers and take a walk around town. The afternoon is all yours to play with. Ramp up the adventure with this afternoon's optionals. You could be paddling the rapids of the Baron River. There's hot air ballooning, horse riding and bungy jumping...or just kick back with a coconut. This place has plenty to keep you busy.

Included today:-Cairns walking tour

Meals: -Breakfast

Optional activities:-Whitewater rafting-Skydiving-Bungy jumping

Day 8: Cairns

Who could pass up the chance to see The Great Barrier Reef? Today you'll have the chance to set out on one of Australia's most legendary day trips. Pop on a snorkel and dive in (there's optional scuba diving too) to see sea turtles and zillions of types of tropical fish. There's a tasty buffet lunch included. Back in Cairns, check out the nightlife after dark.

Day 9: Cairns to Magnetic Island

Hard as it will be to leave, our time in Cairns has come to an end. Today we head south to explore the natural and wildlife wonders of Magnetic Island. Keep your eyes peeled for the rare and endangered cassowary bird on our morning drive, and then it's a quick ferry trip before you have the afternoon to explore this amazing piece of paradise. Discover secluded beaches and national park walking trails, or just laze by the pool with a cocktail. We won't judge.

Included today:-Magnetic Island Hopper Pass-Private tour of the local wildlife park

Meals:- Breakfast- Dinner

Day 10: Magnetic Island to Whitsunday Sailing

Get stuck into a private tour of the local wildlife park, where you can kiss a baby crocodile, smooch a blue tongue lizard and even cuddle a koala (koala cuddle and photo optional). Grab yourself a mango smoothie before a visit to the biggest Mango of them all. Feeling like you need more air in your hair? Leave the bus and board your own private yacht for our overnight sailing trip in the beautiful Whitsunday Islands. Normally a toy for the rich and famous, today the yacht is all yours to learn the ropes while sailing in paradise. More of a land-lover? Take the diva option and let the crew do the work whilst you feast, swim and snorkel.

Please note: We ask that you pack a small overnight bag to take onboard with you as space on the overnight sailing is limited. Pack items like swimmers, beach towel, chargers, hat, sunscreen, camera, jacket, toiletries, sandals/flip flops and casual clothes for two days.

Included today:-Overnight sailing in the Whitsunday Islands-Visit the Big Mango

Meals:- Breakfast- Dinner

Day 11: Whitsunday Sailing to Airlie Beach

Wake up to pure paradise in one of the many sheltered coves that make up the Whitsundays. Today we'll set sail for golden sandy beaches, snorkel over coral reefs and soak up the sun. A visit to the famous blinding white sands of Whitehaven Beach and a local snorkel reef will also be an option if the weather behaves (fingers crossed!). If you're a budding captain, you can even help set the sails and take the helm whilst further exploring the islands. Later this afternoon, set course for our return to land where we'll spend the night in Airlie Beach. Read: pool, shower, dinner, dancing - all in that order!

Included today:-Whitsunday sailing-Visit Whitehaven Beach-Snorkelling

Day 12: Airlie Beach to Myella Farm

Get out of the hammock and follow in the footsteps of Captain Cook as we head south to our farm stay: Myella Farm.

Included today:-Whip cracking & lassoing

Meals: -Breakfast-Dinner

Day 13: Myella Farm

Embrace your inner jackaroo and prepare yourself for an adventure-packed afternoon of horse riding and motor biking (optional) and cow milking. Or go walkabout to find that right spot for the perfect outback sunset. Enjoy a hearty home cooked farm style dinner before you take to whip cracking and lassoing.

Included today:-Farm sunset

Meals: - Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner

Optional activities:-Horse riding-Motorbike lesson

Day 14: Myella Farm to Fraser Island

Wake up and smell the coffee. Kick off your day with a farm breakfast before we stop off at the iconic Bundaberg rum distillery for a tour and tasting sesh in the heart of sugar cane country. Later, we'll catch a ferry bound for the UNESCO World Heritage listed Fraser Island. This place is the world's largest sand island, with the longest beach in Queensland - all 75 miles (120km) of it.

Meals: - Breakfast- Dinner

Day 15: Fraser Island

Fraser is literally one huge pile of sand - as if someone dropped the Sahara Desert into the Pacific Ocean and scattered it with dingoes and rainforests. Four-wheel-drive along the beach highway to mingle with the Pinnacles Coloured Sands (considered a place of good luck for the Indigenous Butchulla women), Eli Creek and the Maheno Shipwreck before hitting the crystal clear waters of Lake McKenzie and its famous smooth silica sand.

Day 16: Fraser Island to Brisbane

Our morning travels will take us to Noosa, where we'll have a wander around the national park (ten points if you spot a koala!), then it's onwards to the dormant volcanoes of the Glasshouse Mountains before we reach the cosmopolitan charm of Brisbane. Here we'll wrap up the trip, but with nightlife like this there's always time to have one last hurrah with your trip mates.

Included today:-Brisbane city walking tour

Meals:- Breakfast

Day 17: Brisbane to Byron Bay

We leave Brisbane behind and make a stop at the Gold Coast and famous Surfers Paradise beach before setting a course for some serious surf vibes in Byron. Here you can burn incense, sip chai, become a yoga teacher and win cash for being a Cheeky Monkey all in one day.

Included today:-Visit Surfers Paradise

Meals: - Breakfast

Day 18: Byron Bay

Anti-McDonald's and anti-anything mass produced (but pro juice bars, beer gardens and beards), Byron's got that small-town vibe down. Hit the shops, or opt in to paddle a sea kayak with the dolphins, take a surfing lesson or watch whales breach from the lighthouse in winter. This is the town where peace and tranquillity go to relax. You should too. Or jump out of a plane (optional). Byron doesn't care as long as you're happy.

Included today:-Byron Bay highlights

Meals: - Breakfast

Optional activities:-Dolphin kayaking-Skydiving-Surf lessons

Day 19: Byron Bay to Crescent Head

Let the wave chasing begin as we cruise down the coast to the surfing mecca of Crescent Head. Grab a choc dip frozen banana at the Big Banana then we reach the beach.

Included today:-Visit the Big Banana

Meals: - Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner

Day 20: Crescent Head to Sydney

Wrap up your Australian adventure with a final surf lesson, then it's onwards to the beachside hustle and bustle of Sydney, where we say our goodbyes. It might be the end of this trip, but there is plenty more Oz out there and plenty more Topdeck trips to pick from.